Fritz Morris Huff's Obituary
Fritz Huff Obituary
“A time to be born”
Fritz Morris Huff was the sixth child, born to the late Cobbie and Edna Theresa Huff on December 5, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois. Fritz was born approximately twenty minutes before his twin brother Fred Huff.
“A time to plant”
Fritz attended McKinley Grade School, in Harvey, Illinois. He then graduated from Thornton Township High School in, June of 1973 where he ran track. He briefly attended Thornton Community College. Fritz enlisted in the United States Army. He was awarded an honorable discharge upon completion of his service. Fritz was also an auxiliary member of the United States Coast Guard.
“A time to love”
Fritz was smiled upon when he met Julia Smith. Their relationship was further blessed with the arrival of their pride and joy, a daughter, Theresa Marie. Fritz and Theresa formed a bond that they both treasured throughout his life time. Fritz depended heavily upon his daughter’s relationship and assistance until his final days.
“A time to reap”
Fritz was a truck driver by trade and a proud member of the Teamsters Local 786 Union. He drove a cement truck for thirty years until his retirement from Accurate Concrete which later was acquired by Prairie Construction.
Fritz had many hobbies which included roller skating, playing golf, playing tennis, and swimming. He could often be found on his boat named “Bad Habit” or riding on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Fritz also enjoyed working with his hands. He rebuilt from the frame up a 1974 Chevy Chevelle. Fritz’s natural ability to work with his hands allowed him to successfully complete work in all of the builder’s trades. Fritz completed remodeling of his home, built decks, and many storage sheds for his friends and neighbors.
“A time to find”
Later in life he found and accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior.
“A time to die”
In May of 2012, Fritz was stricken with a chronic Illness. Fritz continued to be strong while fighting through this process. Fritz died peacefully on April 28, 2019.
He is preceded in death by his brothers Al Huff Sr., and Gregory Huff. He leaves to mourn his passing; Daughter, Theresa Conyers, (Malcolm), Three grandchildren; Morgan, Malcolm, and Madison. Brothers and sisters; Diana Blaino, Cobbie Huff, Jr. (Ermer), Sandra Blake (Frank), Fred Huff, Phyllis Tanner (Michael), Tonya Bolin (Charles), and William Huff, (Clementine). Aunt; Betty Spiller (Andrew). Uncle; Frank McBeth, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
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